Short Description

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Division Leader will be responsible for guiding the Company’s strategic vision and overseeing its implementation. Partners with Vice Chairman to communicate with shareholders and Board members about their expectations, setting and tracking goals for sales, growth, and key operations. Effectively leads team in accordance with the Company’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Ensures effective planning and execution of the Company’s strategic plan.

• Partners with the Vice Chairman, other members of the Senior Leadership Team, and the Board to develop and refine the strategic plan.

• Prepares annual business plans, goals, and budgets.

Performance & Accountability

• Analyzes key performance indicators, financial statements, and sales reports.

• Ensures team members are held accountable for their commitments.

Contractual & Agreements Oversight

• Negotiates and approves agreements and contracts.

Personnel & Executive Management

• Appoints key positions and department executives.

Financial & Cost Management

• Reviews areas to cut or manage costs.

• Aims to improve programs, performance, and policies.

Compliance & Ethics

• Enforces adherence to legal guidelines and in-house policies.

• Maintains the Company’s legality and business ethics.

Stakeholder & Shareholder Relations

• Builds trusted relationships with key partners and stakeholders.

• Acts as a point of contact for important shareholders

Organizational Leadership & Employee Development

• Promotes the Company’s mission and growth objectives.

• Ensures a positive work environment through effective leadership.

• Focuses on hiring, training, coaching, mentoring, and developing employees.

• Provides constructive and timely performance feedback.

• Adheres to Company policies and procedures.

• Ensures timely two-way communication.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead and build the capabilities of a driven, bright, diverse team.

• Ability to balance the delivery of programs against the realities of a budget, utilizing project management and creative resourcefulness.

• Understanding of and demonstrated success managing within the AEC industry.Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.

• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.

• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.

• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

• Commitment to becoming a “citizen” of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.

• Focus on improving return on investment.

• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Ten or more (10+) years of executive-level experience in a Sales, Marketing, Operations, or related leadership role in the geospatial or aviation industry.

• B.S. or B.A. in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience as the President or Chief Executive Officer of a small to mid-sized company preferred.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Strong analytic, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Able to develop relationships across all levels of employees and clients.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentation and negotiation.

• Adaptability to changing schedules and priorities based on client needs.

• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics.

• Demonstrate ability and proven track record in strategy-building and implementation preferred.

• Experience working with a remote workforce preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Visual acuity - able to sit and focus on a computer monitor for long periods of time.

• Manual dexterity as needed to use accepted tools of management, i.e., computers, computer monitors, mouse, keyboard.

• Able to speak and hear clearly to exchange accurate information with customers, employees, Board members, and related business professionals.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination.